Ariane Burgess MSP

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Ariane at Inclusion Scotland stall

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Ariane with Unison representative and signs

Ariane at John Muir Trust stall

💚 Scottish Green Party Conference 2025 💚

I enjoyed the opportunity to meet people from organisations setting out their stalls and finding alignment with their ideas for a greener, fairer Scotland.

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Orkney’s reputation for world-class, hand-dived scallops must not be sacrificed for short-term gain. Off the west coast, dredging like this has been going on for years and has made it extremely challenging for sustainable fishing there. The Scottish Government must listen to coastal communities.

Divers in Orkney have told me their seabed is being destroyed. Scallop dredging is turning vibrant marine habitats into lifeless deserts.

I have called for an urgent ban on scallop dredging in Orkney waters.

It was a pleasure to host a @OpenSeas event at Parliament

#ScotlandSeas #ScottishGreens

MSP calls for community ownership to be central to future ScotWind deals - DNG Online Limited Ariane Burgess, Scottish Green MSP for the Highlands & Islands, has reiterated her call for greater community ownership of Scotland’s renewable energy resources following the publication of a new repo...

Greater community ownership needs to be central to Scotland’s renewable energy resources says @ariane-burgess.bsky.social MSP citing our new report “Rethinking ScotWind”.

Read what she has to say: argyllbute24.co.uk/msp-calls-fo...

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Ariane in panel discussion on stage at conference with Scottish Green logo behind

Ariane in room behind desk with Revive logo behind and full audience

Ariane with two other people behind table with audience watching

It was great to see so many members at conference.

It was a rich discussion on Land Reform and what we can do to move it at pace.

Nature Friendly Farming was a central discussion highlighting the need to have a balanced approach that combines food production while supporting nature to regenerate

No new fish farms in Scotland as thousands of farmed salmon escape No new fish farms in Scotland as thousands of farmed salmon escape - Mass escape from Mowi underlines need to halt new salmon farming

The mass escape of fish from a #Mowi #salmon farm in the Highlands underlines the need for Scotland to halt expansion of existing and new salmon farms, says #ScottishGreen MSP Ariane Burgess @ariane-burgess.bsky.social

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Protect Scotland’s Waters – Pause New Salmon Farms Protect Scotland’s Waters – Pause New Salmon Farms -

Thousands of farmed fish escaping is not only polluting our seas, but it is directly increasing the risk of extinction to this iconic wild species.

If we had stronger regulations and higher environmental standards, then we could reduce the damage being done.

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The mass escape of fish from a Mowi salmon farm in the Highlands underlines the need for Scotland to halt expansion of existing and new salmon farms

Industrial salmon farming is resulting in damage to our coastal waters.

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If this Government genuinely feared wildfires, they would be taking bold action to tackle the climate crisis head-on. That means rewetting peatlands, rewilding and reforesting landscapes to retain water, and accelerating the reintroduction of beavers and apex predators.

The devastating wildfires in Dava and Carrbridge happened under the current regime. We took detailed evidence during scrutiny of the Wildlife Management and Muirburn (Scotland) Act. There is very little credible evidence to support the claim that muirburn helps prevent wildfires.

Photos of Ariane with scorched moorland behind

Burn moorland after fire

I was disappointed to see Scottish Government’s decision to delay the implementation of muirburn licensing provisions until Autumn 2026.

The system isn't broken, it's rigged. It's time for real change.

This November, join us and some fantastic speakers for a landmark event that could help shape a better future for Scotland's people, wildlife and environment.

Book your place: www.perththeatreandconcerthall.com/whats-on/rev...

Conference programme: revive.scot/revives-nati...

🌿Young people deserve proper mental health support, no matter where they live. I will ensure the Scottish Government is properly funding rural and island services.

#MentalHealth #YoungPeopleMentalHealth #ScotlandMentalHealth #HighlandsAndIslands #ScottishGreens

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Let’s build a fairer, greener food system together. 🌾

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#ScottishGreens #RegenerativeFarming #ClimateAction #NatureRestoration

🌱 Scotland’s future depends on how we grow our food.

I’m calling on the Scottish Government to back a 10-year program of funding so farmers can gain the skills and support they need to farm regeneratively - protecting nature, tackling the climate crisis, and providing healthy local food for all.

Ross Greer, Gillian Mackay and others in crowd with words 'Join the Scottish Greens'

Be part of Scotland’s Green movement for change 💚

Across the Highlands, and throughout Scotland, people are coming together to demand a fairer, greener future. 🌿

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Ariane with the words: 🚆 Asked the Scottish Government about plans for dualling and electrifying key transport routes 🌊 Met with the inspiring Young Sea Savers to hear their concerns and discuss how I can help shape better policy 🐚 Hosted a Parliament event for the Dived Not Dredged campaign by Open Seas, championing sustainable fishing 🐟 Challenged the Government on the salmon farming crisis and the urgent need for reform

This week I’ve been using your voice - in Parliament and across the region - to push for real change:

You can join me via the link in my bio to call for a pause in Salmon Farming and to improve the Highland Main Line

SNP caves to shooting lobby SNP caves to shooting lobby - The SNP is rolling back on muirburn.

The #SNP has caved to the #ShootingLobby, says Scottish Green MSP Ariane Burgess @ariane-burgess.bsky.social following the decision to delay the implementation of #muirburn licensing provisions until Autumn 2026

#WildFires

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Protect Scotland’s Waters – Pause New Salmon Farms Protect Scotland’s Waters – Pause New Salmon Farms -

It’s time for the Scottish Government to act - not in three years’ time, but now.

Join me in calling for a pause on this out of control industry greens.scot/ProtectScotl...

Every time there’s an escape, our fragile marine ecosystems are damaged.

Other countries treat escapes like this as the serious environmental incidents they are, issuing immediate fines and enforcing strict standards. Here in Scotland, ministers say nothing will change until 2027 or 2028.

75,000 salmon escape from Mowi Scotland farm during Storm Amy Around 75,000 farmed salmon with an average weight of 860 grams escaped through a tear in a pen net ...

Another mass salmon escape - 75,000 fish lost from Mowi’s Loch Linnhe site during Storm Amy. This is yet another reminder that Scotland’s salmon farming industry is completely out of control
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Land is power Land is power - Greens to prevent super rich from hoarding Scotland's land

#ScottishGreens MSP Ariane Burgess @ariane-burgess.bsky.social has urged the Scottish Government to back her calls to prevent the super wealthy from hoarding #Scotland’sLand

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The Highlands are on the frontline of the wildfire crisis, with communities, landscapes, and emergency services bearing the brunt.

#ScottishHighlands #Wildfires #ScotlandWildfires #CairngormNationalPark

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🌿 Reforesting Scotland isn’t just a vision🌲

This weekend at the Reforesting Scotland Gathering, I’ve had the opportunity to connect with people deeply committed to restoring our forests - from community woodland groups to those managing productive, sustainable forests.

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On Skye and across the Highlands, GP recruitment and retention are under real pressure. I asked the Minister to commit to a whole-systems approach that supports our rural workforce, improves training and career progression, and secures sustainable primary care for the future. #ScottishGreens